Salix exigua - 30-40 CM C3

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * beautiful foliage * attractive bright yellow autumn colouring * warmth-loving

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. Attractive light yellow autumn colouring.

Bark
Light brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Coyote willow is overhanging and picturesque in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear in catkins from April to May. These grow to about 3 - 5 cm in size.

Use
Solitary

Root
Salix exigua is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched, runner-forming roots.